Inspiring Innovation: With Adversity Comes Opportunity
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
ees will learn about the latest applications
Plenary Session
of each researcher’s area of expertise, par-
NA
ticularly in the areas of early intervention,
7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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employment and family support. Applica-
TIONAL C
Convention Registration
Civil Rights Enforcement for
ble examples of how research impacts fam-
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ily members and self-advocates, on both a
People with Disabilities personal and local level, will be discussed,
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
as well as opportunities for family involve-
Moderator: The Honorable Dick Thorn-
State Presidents’ Meeting
ment in research.
burgh, Former Governor of Pennsylvania
Room 303 and Former Attorney General of the United
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ONVENTION SCHEDULE - FRIDA
States
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions
State Executive Directors’
Panelists: Ms. Jennifer Mathis, Deputy Legal
Director, Bazelon Center for Mental Health
Meeting
Transition from
Law; and Mr. Samuel Bagenstos, Deputy
Room 301
Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Divi-
Our Point of View
sion, U.S. Department of Justice
Room 301 – (C, F, SA)
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Committee for the
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Presenters: Ms. Christina Kuders, Self-Advo-
has done much to improve community
cate, The Arc of Northern Virginia; Mr. Darryl
Advancement of Knowledge &
access in all parts of life for people with
Gray, Self-Advocate, Student Life Program;
Understanding Meeting disabilities. However, civil rights remain
Ms. Erin Thompson, Self-Advocate, Student
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an area that requires constant vigilance by
Life Program; and Mr. Adam Toobin, Self-
self-advocates, practitioners and the com-
Advocate, Graduate Student Life Program
7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. munity at large. Hear perspectives on the
Learning about the transition amend-
Delegate Credentialing
current state of civil rights enforcement for
ments under IDEA is the proverbial “tip of
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people with intellectual and developmental
disabilities, what to expect from the new
the iceberg” when it comes to transition
planning. The complex adult service system
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Administration and how best to protect
with multiple points of entry is made more
Continental Breakfast
these rights for all people with disabilities.
difficult due to an array of eligibility re-
Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom Foyer and Award Presentation
quirements. A moderated panel discussion,
Exhibit Hall (8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.)
The Arc’s Lifetime Achievement Award -
comprised of young adults with disabilities,
Mr. Tom Gilhool
will discuss the real concerns, interests and
Y
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
challenges young adults with special needs
Business Meeting and Plenary
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
encounter as they move from child-serving
care systems into adult life.
Session*
Apron Luncheon*
*No voting will take place during this session Spirit of Pittsburgh Ballroom BC
*This lunch is included in the cost of full
Autism from the Outside In
Planning for The Arc’s Future
registration.
Room 302 – (C, F)
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Sponsored by
Presenter: Ms. Katherine Fox, Autism Spe-
This session will be dedicated to the learn- cialist, The Arc of Chester County
ing the latest on The Arc’s Strategic Plan
development and The Arc’s Rebranding
How can parents approach learning about
initiative. Attendees are encouraged to ask
their child’s autism? This session will
questions and provide comments.
review the characteristics of autism and
define what the world sees in terms of
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
behaviors around this complex disorder.
The Arc’s Exhibit Hall
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Discussions will explore the realities of
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The Arc’s Research Luncheon*
families living with autism, increasing the
Room 319 - 321
understanding of autism to help families
cope with daily challenges and focus on
* This is a ticketed event.
structured routines and strategies to sup-
Local Implications for
port positive and successful daily living
Disability Research
both in the home and in the community.
Panelists: Dr. Mark Strauss, Associate Profes-
sor, Department of Psychology, University of
Pittsburgh; and Dr. Celia Feinstein, D.Ed.,
Temple University Institute on Disability
This year’s panelists of distinguished
researchers will highlight key elements of
program needs in the disability field with a
focus on how autism efforts have a broader
impact across the disability arena. Attend-
THE ARC OF THE UNITED STATES - 2009 NATIONAL CONVENTION - PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA
TARGET AUDIENCE LEGEND: C = CHAPTER LEADER SA = SELF-ADVOCATE F = FAMILY
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